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Mojito
THE ROOFTOP LOUNGE
The mojito selection at The Rooftop Lounge is not only enticing , but also reminiscent of the beachy paradise that is Laguna Beach . Offered as a classic mojito or flavored to be tropical , mango or berry , the base ingredients include white rum , fresh lime juice , mint leaves and house-made simple syrup mixed together and topped off with soda water .
For the tropical version , white rum is swapped with coconut rum and pineapple juice is added . The berry variety typically incorporates blackberries , but , depending on the season , other fresh berries may be used . Each drink is garnished with a delectable piece of sugar cane . The presentation is as beautiful as the coastal views , and it ’ s a refreshing sip on a hot day .
“ This cocktail is the perfect choice [ at ] The Rooftop Lounge because it ’ s refreshing and bubbly with a hint of mint ,” says bartender Lucas Jackson . “ It transports you to a tropical place and , … [ with the ] 180-degree ocean view , you get to feel that bit of escapism from your everyday life .”
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